Strategic Chief Accountant - Local Government Leader

Devon County Council; Exeter; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Chief Accountant to lead statutory accounting and provide strategic financial leadership. The ideal candidate will have local government experience, strong leadership abilities, and be fully qualified (CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent). This role offers a competitive salary of £72,435, flexible working options, and relocation support for exceptional candidates.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Candidates must have local government experience and strong leadership abilities.
• Fully qualified in accounting (CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead statutory accounting and provide strategic financial leadership.
• Impact a diverse community and foster a collaborative work environment.

Skills

Local government experience

Strong leadership abilities

Education

Fully qualified (CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent)

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Chief Accountant to lead statutory accounting and provide strategic financial leadership. The ideal candidate will have local government experience, strong leadership abilities, and be fully qualified (CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent). This role offers an opportunity to impact a diverse community while fostering a collaborative work environment. The position provides a competitive salary of £72,435, flexible working options, and relocation support for exceptional candidates.